The term 'ungoverned' is used to describe a situation or place that is not subject to any form of government control. This can be seen in the crossword solutions given, which include 'BARBAROUS' (9 letters), 'WILD' (4 letters), 'SAVAGE' (6 letters), 'UNRESTRAINED' (12 letters), 'RIOTOUS' (7 letters) and 'LAWLESS' (7 letters). All of these words imply a lack of control or regulation, suggesting an environment that is chaotic and unpredictable.